The Last Lecture - Chapter 20 Quiz

What did Randy Pausch find in the photo of his father on his eightieth birthday?

Question Answer Choices His father opening gifts with his grandchildren. His father dancing at a party with friends. His father riding a rollercoaster surrounded by young people and wearing a huge smile. His father blowing out candles on a birthday cake.

What did Randy Pausch's father do on his eightieth birthday that showed his zest for life?

Question Answer Choices He went scuba diving in the ocean. He took a hot air balloon ride over the city. He rode a rollercoaster surrounded by young people and wore a huge smile. He went skydiving for the first time.

What lesson did Randy Pausch learn from his father weeks after his father's death?

Question Answer Choices A lesson about perseverance and determination. A lesson about honesty and integrity. A lesson about courage and bravery. A lesson about sacrifice and humility.

What did Randy Pausch's father often bring home from work for his kids?

Question Answer Choices Stories about his day at work. Toys and games to play with. Small treats delivered with dramatic flair and flourish. Books to read together as a family.

What did Randy Pausch find in his father's belongings that related to his father's charitable work?

Question Answer Choices Awards for his charitable donations. Documents concerning his nonprofit organization. Photos of charity events he organized. Letters from people he helped.

What surprising military document did Randy Pausch find among his father's belongings?

Question Answer Choices A letter of commendation from the President of the United States. A citation for heroic achievement granted by the commanding general of the 75th Infantry Division. A medal of honor for bravery in combat. A discharge paper noting his father's honorable service.

What did Randy Pausch find among his father's papers that related to his father's career?

Question Answer Choices Documents concerning his insurance business and nonprofit organization. Letters from satisfied insurance clients. Awards for his charitable contributions. Blueprints for a new business venture.

What did Randy Pausch find in his father's belongings that showed his father's spirit of adventure?

Question Answer Choices Photos of his father as a young man playing the accordion, as a middle-aged man playing Santa, and as an older man clutching a gigantic stuffed bear. Photos of his father traveling to different countries, climbing mountains, and sailing. Photos of his father riding motorcycles, driving race cars, and flying planes. Photos of his father skydiving, scuba diving, and bungee jumping.